The Beta of Ricci Co

question 38

Multiple Choice

The beta of Ricci Co.'s stock is 3.2, whereas the risk-free rate of return is 9 percent. If the expected return on the market is 18 percent, then what is the expected return on Ricci Co.?

• A) 28.80%
• B) 37.80%
• C) 48.60%
• D) 57.60%

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